Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryStrathclydeAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV45%46%
Age31 yrNAS
Price£69.95£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner80/100
Value71/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £70.

For beginners: Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £46.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Strathclyde?

Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Storyman?

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Strathclyde 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodOily

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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